Citrus Heights Elementary School

Some teachers are pretty good and do the best they can with what they have to work with. However, the principal is awful. My son is in first grade there and has had some behavior issues stemming from his ADHD and the fact he's 7 and doesn't feel the need to stay in (someone else's arbitrary) line. Even though he has been sent to the office a few times, even though I have had face to face time with her, she never recognizes us. It's a small school. She should know the students and families. When I asked her about the GATE program at the school she had no real information. I am looking to change schools so my child can be challenged. I have a lot of complaints about this school, too many to list here, so if you are considering this school, don't. Not worth it. We will move just so we can get in a better school (and school district).
--Submitted by a parent

Citrus Heights Mission Statement: "Citrus Heights Elementary is an innovative family-focused neighborhood school where our inclusive learning community ensures each student acquires the foundational skills, strategies and personal qualities to thrive and compete in an ever-changing world through supportive, nurturing relationships and a challenging, relevant curriculum."
--Submitted by a teacher

My son is currently in 2nd grade. He absolutely loves school because of the fun, involved teachers and the hands-on Principal. Mrs. Legarda is always interacting with the kids, sitting in the classrooms, participating in morning walk, having lunch with the kids.
--Submitted by a parent

My child attended 5th grade at this school. First 3 reports card grades were awesome. End of school year her grades went from 3's and 4's to 2's. Never once did teacher request a conference or made me aware of the drastic drop in grades. No comment was made on the report card - teacher did not have them ready last day of school. Had to wait for them. I emailed the teacher with my concern - never got a email back. Principle was not people friendly at all.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has some good teachers however, my son has been there for kindergarten and now first grade. Both years, he's had a change of teachers in the middle of the year. His principal has changed. They underestimate his ability and focus on only one method of teaching which isn't working for him. When he's at home he does great with his homework. Then, during parent teacher conferences, they claim that he can't do certain things that we have seen him do just fine at home. They also pull him out of class for tutoring, which would be fine if it was helping, but all it really seems to be doing is lowering his self esteem. We are currently in search of alternative options.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter was in the first grade last year and I have nothing but positive things to say about the school, the principle, her teacher (Great Job Mrs Magee) and the facility
--Submitted by a parent

Solid Special Ed program. Lots of parental involvement and community events. Student pick up and drop off is difficult.
--Submitted by a parent

This school was the third highest in the district for a gain in the API test scores! The student body is most diverse: classes for children with autism, the developmentally delayed, special day class and preschools through Discovery Club and Head Start. Music assemblies, band, after school Reading Academy, before school math classes, and a dynamic staff all provide a real boost for the young learners.
--Submitted by a parent